These gift/goody bags work up quickly in worsted weight yarn using the crocodile stitch, and because they only use a few yards of each color, they are great stash busters. They are also easy to personalize by using different colors and adding embellishments. Add sports-themed beads for a unique gift for the sports fan in your life. Use pink beads and top with a pink ribbon for a breast cancer survivor. Camouflage yarn and a plastic deer topper makes a great gift for a hunter.

* Fill a bag with peppermints for a great teacher's gift.
* Use scented soap or a Christmas-scented candle for a unique hostess gift.
* Omit the drawstring, fill with tissue paper or Fiberfill, sew opening closed and you have a one-of-a-kind decoration for your Christmas tree.
* Your little girl would love to carry one of these bags as a holiday purse.

Skill level: Easy to intermediate

Materials you will need:
Small amounts of worsted weight yarn
Size H (5.0 mm) crochet hook
Yarn needle
Beads, ribbon